Aberdeenshire Children & Young People’s Charter

This charter has been created by Aberdeenshire’s children and young people, for Aberdeenshire’s children and young people.

The 7 charter statements represent Aberdeenshire children and young people’s voices, and reflect what they have told us is most important to them.

This declaration reflects a commitment across the Community Planning Partnership to uphold the values of the United Nations Convention of the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), and to work from a foundation of Children’s Rights.

It sets out the rightful expectations all children and young people can and should have, of all organisations, services, politicians, communities, and individuals working in Aberdeenshire.

1. Include us in any decisions made about our lives and explain what’s happening. Don’t guess, ask us what we think, and if something can’t happen tell us why.